TeamTeacher Subscription Reimbursement Guide

Quick Overview

Many teachers successfully get TeamTeacher subscriptions covered through:

• Professional development budgets
• Technology or innovation stipends
• Classroom supply or materials budgets
• Union professional development funds
• Department or grade-level team budgets

Annual subscription works best for reimbursement (€200/year) - it's a single transaction that fits cleanly into PD budget categories.

What Schools Need From You

Most reimbursement requests require:

1. Brief justification of educational value (see examples below)
2. Alignment with goals (professional development, technology integration, strategic plan)
3. Receipt/invoice

Option 1: Use Our Sample Language

Copy and customize these responses for common reimbursement form questions:

"Please list your reasons for wanting this professional development/purchase"

I am requesting support for a TeamTeacher.ai subscription to enhance my teaching practice through AI-assisted educational tools. The platform provides secure, GDPR-compliant AI specifically designed for education, supporting curriculum design, personalized learning, and efficient creation of differentiated materials. This investment will enhance my ability to provide individualized learning experiences, support diverse student needs, and integrate AI literacy into my teaching practice. TeamTeacher.ai also helps optimize administrative tasks and enables data-driven decision making in curriculum planning, allowing me to focus more time on direct student interaction.

"How will you share this learning with colleagues?"

I will share effective strategies and resources developed using TeamTeacher.ai with my department colleagues during regular meetings when relevant. I'm happy to informally support interested colleagues in implementing similar AI tools in their practice and can contribute successful examples to our shared departmental resources. This builds a collaborative culture around leveraging AI in ways that directly benefit students and support teacher wellbeing.

Option 2: Have Minerva Write It For You (Recommended!)

Give this prompt to Minerva in TeamTeacher:

PROMPT TO COPY:

I need to write a justification for getting my TeamTeacher subscription reimbursed through my school's professional development budget. Here's information about my context:

- My school/district: [NAME] - Grade level(s) I teach: [GRADE] - Subject(s) I teach: [SUBJECT] - My school's current focus areas (if you know them): [e.g., "personalized learning," "technology integration," "inclusive practices," "AI literacy"] - The specific reimbursement question I need to answer: [paste the actual question from your school's form]

Please write a concise, professional justification (2-3 paragraphs) that: 1. Explains how TeamTeacher supports my teaching practice 2. Aligns with my school's priorities 3. Demonstrates educational value for students 4. Answers the specific question asked

Keep the tone professional but genuine - I want it to sound like me, not corporate jargon.

Why this works: Minerva knows your teaching context if you've been using TeamTeacher, and she'll customize the language to sound authentic to you and relevant to your school's priorities.

Need Documentation?

For receipts, invoices, or a description of TeamTeacher for administrators:

• Email Margaret McCarron and Joseph McCarron
• We'll send you whatever format your school requires, typically within 24-48 hours

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my school requires a purchase order?

Contact us at the email addresses above. We can work with your school's procurement process and provide any necessary documentation.

Can I get reimbursed if I've already paid for my subscription?

Yes! Most schools will reimburse expenses made within the current fiscal year. Submit your receipt along with your justification.

Is the annual subscription really better for reimbursement?

Yes - most schools find it easier to process a single €200 annual payment rather than monthly charges. It also saves you time on paperwork.

What if my reimbursement is denied?

Reach out to us - we're happy to help you revise your justification or provide additional documentation. Some teachers have had success by reframing the request or applying through different budget categories.